NovelEnglishChapter 54 Chapter 54 Doubt
Wera's eyes flickered briefly before she smiled and said, “Benson cover early this morning with gifts,
wanting to reconcile with you, Sierra.
“He really cares about you. And he explained that the woman you misunderstood was just his assistant-he
doesn't have any feelings for her so, don't stay upset with him anyone
Serra listened, but her delicate brows furrowed deeply. Something was wrong. Everything felt off. Messages?
Benson had said she sent him messages last night!
A sudden realization hit her. She quickly let go of Vera's hand and pulled out her phone, ready to check her
messages. But before she could unlock it, vera reached out and blocked her view.
sierra, don't look at your phone while eating-it's bad for your health," she said softly
But Sierra caught a glimpse of guilt in her expression, making her frown deepen.
"Mom, what are you afraid of?
"I'm not afraid of anything! I just want you to focus on your breakfast, Vera replied nervously.
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"I'll eat later."
Sierra tumed away and unlocked her phone but found nothing unusual.
“Sierra, eat your brealdast. It'll get cold,” Vera said, her voice now tinged with relief.
e persisted. She glanced toward the living room, where William and Benson sat on the sofa, laughing and
chatting. Her lips pressed into a
However, Sierra's unease p thin line.
She stood up, but before she could take a step, Vera grabbed her hand again and gently pushed her back into
her seat.
Sierra looked at her in utter confusion
Sierra, please, just for my sake. Benson is here, and the past is behind you. Let's start fresh, okay?"
Sierra's expression tumed serious. “Mom, what have you been doing behind my back?"
Vera's heart filled with guilt. She couldn't bring herself to lie to her daughter, but she was more afraid of
William's anger and the harm it might cause Sierra.
"Sierra, I'm sorry, but everything I've done is for your own good. Since you still care about Benson, why not stay
together?"
Sierra's suspicions only deepened at Vera's response. Ignoring Vera's attempts to stop her, Sierra pushed her
hand away and walked toward the door.
Benson, cwith me. | need to talk to you alone."
"What's so urgent that it can't be said here? It's windy outside-what if Benson catches a cold?"
William's voice was calm, but his eyes held a clear waming.
Sierra pretended not to notice, her voice soft but firm. “Would you like to hear our private conversation too? If it's
too windy outside, we can go upstairs." She glanced at Benson before turning and heading upstairs. William
parted his lips to stop her again, but Benson had already followed Sierra upstairs. His expression darkened as he
turned to look at Vera-
"Did you say
y something to her?"
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wants to talk to Benson."
“No, | didn't.” Vera quickly waved her hands. “Sierra probably just wan
"| better be that way. If she dares upset Benson again, I'll break her legs."
William's words dripped with malice. Vera shuddered at his threat, t silently praying
In the room, just as Sierra closed the door, Benson suddenly wrapped his arms around her from behind, his chin
resting on her shoulder.
H
He whispered softly in her ear, “Cee, | knew you couldn't let go of me."
Sierra's brows kitted in discomfort. She struggled free from his embrace, distancing herself before extending her
hand toward him.
"Giveyour phone."
Benson was momentarily taken aback before he chuckled. "Are you starting to check up on m
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